Job summary
Working at MFT will mean working in one of the most progressive and innovative IT departments in the NHS. MFT is delivering real time information and cutting edge technology to its patients and staff . MFT has recently installed an enterprise Electronic Patient Record and looking to use data warehousing and business intelligence to support the decision making of clinical and operational staff.
To achieve in this exciting role you will need; a real eye for detail, an analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, a willingness and ability to liaise with our stakeholders to interpret requirements and transform them into technical specifications along with an enthusiasm to get the job done to the highest standards. You will have advanced technical knowledge in a range of areas of IM&T, and evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as SQL, Access, Excel including Pivot Tables. Power BI experience desirable.
Experience of working with NHS data is desirable but exceptional candidates without previous NHS experience will be considered.
Communicating and visualising complex data is a key part of this role, with the aim of developing a shared understanding of the health and care environment. The role will offer a hybrid working model with the ideal candidate on site for two to three days per week.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will develop, automate and streamline regular report processes in SQL including current statutory and operational reports. The post-holder will also be required to provide statutory returns to the Department of Health, CCG's etc.This post will be set within the Corporate Information Department working collaboratively with other colleagues across Information Services and Data Quality, and lead on the development of technical solutions to support the organisation.The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the development of a performance-focused culture where safety, effectiveness and patient experience are consistently delivered through theprovision of high-quality performance information, analytical interpretation, benchmarking, forecasting and intelligent modelling.
About us
MFT is England's largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £2.5bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our brand-new Electronic Patient Record system which we've launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our new Green Plan which will set out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in numerate/technical discipline or equivalent relevant experience
- Evidence of on-going self-development regarding SQL Server and associated products
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to interpret information received and react appropriately
- Ability to scope information requirements with non-technical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development
- Ability to apply AGILE working to information collection and reporting to ensure inefficiency is driven out of these procedures.
Desirable
- Specialist in-depth knowledge of NHS PAS, data flows, data definitions and info sources (NOT ESSENTIAL)
Experience
Essential
- Information Management & Technology experience
- Evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as SQL, Access, Excel Pivot Tables, Forecasting and any associated tools
- Experience of being responsible for collecting and storage of performance related data
- Experience of documenting complex procedures
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Able to analyse highly-complex specialist information and display the ability to explain findings and resolve any issues
- MS Office to highly advanced level
- Experience of SQL script-writing & components (e.g. databases, analysis services, reporting services, SSIS)
- Ability to scope information requirements with non-technical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development
Desirable
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team offering advice and support where necessary
- Excellent communication skills - able to communicate at all levels within the Trust and with external agencies
- Ability to work towards tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in numerate/technical discipline or equivalent relevant experience
- Evidence of on-going self-development regarding SQL Server and associated products
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to interpret information received and react appropriately
- Ability to scope information requirements with non-technical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development
- Ability to apply AGILE working to information collection and reporting to ensure inefficiency is driven out of these procedures.
Desirable
- Specialist in-depth knowledge of NHS PAS, data flows, data definitions and info sources (NOT ESSENTIAL)
Experience
Essential
- Information Management & Technology experience
- Evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as SQL, Access, Excel Pivot Tables, Forecasting and any associated tools
- Experience of being responsible for collecting and storage of performance related data
- Experience of documenting complex procedures
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Able to analyse highly-complex specialist information and display the ability to explain findings and resolve any issues
- MS Office to highly advanced level
- Experience of SQL script-writing & components (e.g. databases, analysis services, reporting services, SSIS)
- Ability to scope information requirements with non-technical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development
Desirable
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team offering advice and support where necessary
- Excellent communication skills - able to communicate at all levels within the Trust and with external agencies
- Ability to work towards tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
